Cyber Defense Analyst (TS/SCI Clearance)

Job overview

The Cyber Defense Analyst (TS/SCI Clearance) role is onsite in Washington, DC; compensation is not specified. ShorePoint is a cybersecurity services firm focused on protecting data for private- and public-sector customers, including critical infrastructure. The analyst evaluates data from cyber defense tools to identify threats and support mitigation across enterprise environments. As an individual contributor on a functional cyber operations team, the role supports project objectives, client needs, and mission execution through analysis, planning, and operational procedures.

What you'll do

• Analyze IDS alerts, firewall data, and network traffic logs to identify and mitigate threats
• support cyber defense tasks and technology assignments aligned with project objectives
• establish goals and plans
• interface with senior management and support client interactions, including negotiations
• apply cyber defense knowledge to project implementation decisions
• develop standard operating procedures
• collaborate with the functional team lead and team members.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

cyber defense analyst

cybersecurity

washington dc

onsite

ts/sci clearance

siem

splunk

microsoft defender

microsoft sentinel

network intrusion detection

endpoint detection and response

7+ years experience

bachelor's degree

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 144 hours of PTO, 11 holidays, 85% of insurance premium covered, 401(k), continued education, and certification maintenance and reimbursement.

Why this role

Requires an active TS/SCI clearance, a bachelor's degree, and 7+ years of relevant experience. Benefits include 144 hours of PTO, 11 holidays, 85% of insurance premium covered, 401(k), continued education, and certification maintenance and reimbursement.

About the employer

ShorePoint is hiring for this role. Industry: All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services. Sector: 54.